Atrophic Vaginitis

Atrophic vaginitis is caused by a decrease in Estrogen hormone levels. Estrogen levels normally drop after menopause, leading to the condition more frequently presenting in women over 45 years of age.

Other cause of Atrophic vaginitis may be

• Medications or hormones used to decrease estrogen levels in women, as part of the treatment for breast cancer, endometriosis, fibroids, or infertility
• Radiation treatment to the pelvic area or chemotherapy
• Severe stress, depression, or rigorous exercise

Atrophic vaginitis may occur in younger women who have had surgery to remove their ovaries. Some women develop the condition immediately after childbirth or while breastfeeding, since estrogen levels are lower at these times.

Clinical Presentation

Burning on urination,  bleeding after intercourse, Painful sexual intercourse causing a loss in sexual interest, Slight vaginal discharge, Vaginal soreness, including itching or burning sensations

Prescription estrogen is very effective in treating atrophic vaginitis. It is available as a cream, tablet, suppository,  all of which are placed directly into the vagina. These medicines deliver estrogen directly to the vaginal area.

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Fibroid Treatment in Gurgaon

Fibroids are benign tumors occuring in the Uterus. They are rare before the age of 20 years.

Depending upon the location, Uterine fibroids may present as
Bleeding between periods
Frequency of Urination
Pelvic cramping or painful periods
Heavy menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia)
Menstrual periods that may last longer than normal
Sensation of fullness or pressure in lower abdomen

Fibroids are often described by their location in the uterus:
Myometrial -- in the muscle wall of the uterus
Submucosal -- just under the surface of the uterine lining
Subserosal -- just under the outside covering of the uterus
Pendunculated -- occurring on a long stalk on the outside of the uterus or inside the cavity of the uterus

Surgery and procedures used to treat fibroids include:
1. Hysteroscopic resection of fibroids: Women who have fibroids growing inside the uterine cavity may need this outpatient procedure to remove the fibroid tumors.
2. Uterine artery embolization: This procedure stops the blood supply to the fibroid, causing it to die and shrink. This procedure is done by an interventional radiologist, in consultation with Gynecologist.
3. Myomectomy: This surgery removes the fibroids. It is often the chosen treatment for women who want to have children, because it usually can preserve fertility.
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